English Graduate Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational staffing company is seeking a motivated English Graduate Cover Supervisor in Rochdale to support teaching across secondary school. The role involves supervising English lessons and managing classroom behaviour, providing an excellent opportunity for graduates considering future teaching careers. The ideal candidate should have a degree in English or a related subject and strong communication skills. This temporary position offers hands-on classroom experience, vital for those pursuing PGCE or teacher training.

Benefits

Hands-on classroom experience

Opportunity to work in a supportive secondary school

Qualifications

• A degree in English or a related subject.
• Confidence working with groups of up to 30 students.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise English lessons across KS3 and KS4 using set work.
• Manage classroom behaviour and engage students in learning.
• Support pupils to stay on task and meet lesson objectives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Behaviour management

Education

Degree in English or a related subject

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and confident English Graduate Cover Supervisor to support teaching and learning across a secondary school. This role involves supervising classes in the absence of the class teacher, delivering pre-prepared English lessons, and ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future PGCE or teacher training route, offering valuable classroom experience in a secondary setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise English lessons across KS3 and KS4 using set work
• Manage classroom behaviour and engage students in learning
• Support pupils to stay on task and meet lesson objectives
• Follow school policies on behaviour, safeguarding, and attendance
• Provide feedback to teaching staff where required

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A degree in English or a related subject
• Confidence working with groups of up to 30 students
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A professional, calm, and proactive approach
• A genuine interest in education and teaching

Why This Role?

• Excellent preparation for PGCE / teacher training
• Hands‑on classroom experience
• Opportunity to work in a supportive secondary school
• Build confidence and behaviour management skills

Please apply with your CV outlining your suitability for the role. For further information call us on 0161 242 1797.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at later date.
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